Artie uses his skill as a keen observer of life, people and the moments that most of us barely even notice, to empathize with people from all walks of life. He has always had an independent spirit as a listener which pays off for him as a songwriter and a performer.

Performing primarily in an acoustic duo with long time friend and guitar mentor Mark Barden, Artie plays 150 shows a year in NYC and the surrounding area, which has allowed him to fine tune his skills as songwriter." A warm acoustic guitar, a crisp vocal and a good story have always caught my ear when listening to other performers." he says.
Now it is his own guitar and stories that delight audiences.

His debut CD, ~ The Parade (Red Tail Hawk Records 2001 ), is a diverse collection of stories. A slice of Americana music (a blend of rock, folk, country and blues), that has "temerity and twang".

Still in The Way,(Red Tail Hawk Records 2005 ), with his band 5 OCLOCK SHADOW is all about blues and groove. Raw and recorded live it captures the southern rock side of the Americana music scene.

Chase The Sun,(Red Tail Hawk Records 2006 ) is scheduled for a November 30, 2006 release and will making its way to the Americana music airwaves soon.